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Vulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
29 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches portal for auditing of rural schemes, Pg11

Union Minister launches AI-powered 'Rural Internal Audit Portal' to boost transparency and accountability in rural schemes, addressing past MGNREGA irregularities.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorE Governance
29 Jun, 2026

New Anaemia Mukt Bharat norms seek early action, Pg12

Health Ministry revamps Anaemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, adding low birth weight babies and digital tracking for early, comprehensive intervention.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorEducation Sector
29 Jun, 2026

How schools can tackle adolescent malnutrition, Pg7

NFHS-6 exposes India's adolescent malnutrition crisis, a double burden of stunting and rising obesity; schools emerge as critical battlegrounds for prevention and policy intervention.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
29 Jun, 2026

Does dialling 112 help in all emergencies? Depends on state you live in, Pg15

Supreme Court mandates states to integrate all emergency helplines into 112 within three months, exposing widespread implementation failures since 2019 launch.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable Sections
28 Jun, 2026

States question VB-G RAM G financial burden, Pg1

BJP-ruled states and Punjab challenge new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme, citing 40% state financial burden replacing MGNREGA from July 1.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
27 Jun, 2026

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

Inclusive GrowthVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
27 Jun, 2026

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

Population and Associated IssuesVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
26 Jun, 2026

As home care needs rise, insurance gaps widen, Pg2

India's burgeoning elderly population faces a critical home care crisis, as insurance models fail to cover post-hospitalization needs, burdening families with lakhs in out-of-pocket expenses.

Vulnerable SectionsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
26 Jun, 2026

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Indian seafarers face grave risks on sanctioned vessels, sparking debate on India's diplomatic protection and the legality of unilateral sanctions under international law.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesVulnerable Sections
26 Jun, 2026

If passport is not proof of citizenship, what is, Pg12

MEA clarifies passports are travel documents, not standalone citizenship proof, sparking debate on India's complex legal framework and lack of universal certificate.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
25 Jun, 2026

Sustaining India’s low-fertility future, Pg9

India's TFR plummets to 1.9, below replacement, sparking an aging population crisis demanding robust social security and portable welfare for migrants.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsBasics of Cyber Security
25 Jun, 2026

Digital fraud: RBI revamps rules, widens framework, Pg13

RBI unveils revamped digital fraud compensation rules, offering 85% for losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027, widening liability framework.

Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable Sections
22 Jun, 2026

A home of her own can be a lifeline, Pg10

New research reveals women's property ownership drastically reduces domestic violence incidence, urging urgent policy reforms for housing access and legal implementation.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsDisaster and Disaster Management
21 Jun, 2026

Insuring the informal worker against the soaring heat, Pg10

NGOs launch innovative parametric heat-insurance for 3,925 informal workers in Delhi-NCR, providing crucial financial relief against soaring temperatures and income loss.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
20 Jun, 2026

Delhi's unfinished fight against prejudice, Pg14

Delhi's decade-long fight against racial prejudice against Northeast Indians falters, with only 33 convictions from 2,656 FIRs, highlighting systemic failures.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
20 Jun, 2026

70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY: PM, Pg12

PM Modi announces 70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY, disburses Rs 2000 crore incentives to 10 lakh youth, boosting Viksit Bharat vision.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
20 Jun, 2026

Sickle cell anaemia to be eradicated by 2047: Murmu, Pg10

President Murmu declares India will eradicate sickle cell anaemia before 2047, urging collective action and awareness, especially among tribal communities.

Vulnerable SectionsPublic Distribution System
19 Jun, 2026

Ration cards to be issued after deleting ineligible entries, Pg12

Union Food Minister announces 3 crore new ration cards after states delete 2.21 crore ineligible PDS entries.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
19 Jun, 2026

NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges, Pg10

NFHS-6 shows mixed nutrition progress: stunting declines to 29.3%, but poor feeding practices, maternal time poverty, and processed food consumption remain critical challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
19 Jun, 2026

Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (Disburse Incentive of ₹2,400 Crore Employment to 15 Lakh Beneficiaries), Pg9

PM Modi launches Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, disbursing ₹2,400 crore incentives to 15 lakh beneficiaries, boosting formal employment and social security.

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